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#374 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 10% in state

Lakes Community High School

High School · CHSD 117

1600 Eagle Way, Lake Villa, IL 60046

Enrollment

1,329

Student-Teacher

14.9:1

Score

8.3

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#374 of 3,813

In Lake Villa

#1 of 6

public schools

In district

#1 of 2

CHSD 117

Academic growth

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Lakes Community High School

8.3/10

High School in Lake Villa · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.5/10

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About Lakes Community High School

Lakes Community High School is a public high school in Lake Villa, IL, part of CHSD 117. Lakes Community High School serves approximately 1,329 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Lakes Community High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #374 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Lakes Community High School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.2
  • IL avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.4Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.18 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.7Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency39% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-10.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile52th
College Readiness9.1Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation33.2%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,628
Chronic Absenteeism23.9%

Lakes Community High School — Students at Lakes Community High School score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 52.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 53.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
56%
ELA
58%
2010
Math
70%
ELA
65%
2011
Math
71%
ELA
59%
2012
Math
73%
ELA
78%
2013
Math
69%
ELA
70%
2014
Math
34%
ELA
49%
2015
Math
40%
ELA
34%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
54%
2017
Math
50%
ELA
55%
2018
Math
49%
ELA
51%
2019
Math
49%
ELA
51%
2020*
Math
40%
ELA
43%
2021*
Math
40%
ELA
43%
2022
ELA
37%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.4/10.

How Lakes Community High School Compares

See how Lakes Community High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.3/10
90th percentile in IL
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
9.4/10
Excellent
Environment
7.9/10
Very Good
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.7
Sports
20
7 boys' · 13 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
89 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.9%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
33.2% participation·State avg: 2.7 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics20sports offered
7 boys'·13 girls'·38 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1600 Eagle Way, Lake Villa, IL 60046

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lakes Community High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Grayslake North High School (rated 8.6/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Grayslake), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Antioch Comm High School (rated 8.0/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Antioch), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Lake Villa, see our Lake Villa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Oakland Elementary School Lake Villa 0.2 mi 6.5
COMMUNITY ALTERNATIVE RENEWAL EXPERIENCE Lake Villa 1.8 mi
Pleviak Elem School Lake Villa 2.1 mi 6.3
Peter J Palombi School Lake Villa 2.4 mi 5.2
Hillcrest Elementary School Antioch 2.7 mi 8.0
FAITH EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Antioch 2.3 mi 5.3
Antioch Comm High School Antioch 2.6 mi 8.0
Millburn Middle School Lindenhurst 2.5 mi 8.3
Emmons Grade School Antioch 2.6 mi 7.0
Mary Kay McNeill ELC Antioch 3.1 mi 5.0
B J Hooper Elem School Lindenhurst 3.1 mi 6.4
William L Thompson School Lake Villa 3.3 mi 6.0
Olive C Martin School Lake Villa 3.0 mi 5.3
Antioch Upper Grade School Antioch 3.8 mi 5.7
Avon Center Elem School Round Lake Beach 4.6 mi 5.8
W C Petty Elementary School Antioch 3.9 mi 5.6
Grayslake North High School Grayslake 4.7 mi 8.6
Millburn Elem School Old Mill Creek 3.6 mi 8.0
Round Lake Middle School Round Lake Heights 4.6 mi 5.2
Indian Hill Elem School Round Lake Heights 4.6 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60046 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$122,376

Median Home Value

$282,500

Median Rent

$1,645/mo

Population

34,708

College Educated

42%

Homeownership

81.9%

Avg Commute

33.9 min

Poverty Rate

4.1%

Median Age

38.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lakes Community High School

What grades does Lakes Community High School serve?

Lakes Community High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Lakes Community High School?

Lakes Community High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,329 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lakes Community High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Lakes Community High School is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lakes Community High School rank in IL?

Lakes Community High School ranks #374 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Lakes Community High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lakes Community High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Lakes Community High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lakes Community High School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Lakes Community High School a charter school?

No, Lakes Community High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Lakes Community High School a Title I school?

No, Lakes Community High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
8 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,329
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
89
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Lake County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.9%

District

CHSD 117
District Enrollment
2,615
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,628
District Rank
#1 of 2

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